Recycled materials in Timberland apparel halved

STRATHAM – Global outdoor apparel and footwear brand Timberland's use of renewable, organic or recycled (ROR) materials in apparel almost halved in 2014, compared to the previous year. In contrast, the company’s use of ROR materials in footwear has increased (79 per cent up from 70 in 2013), according to the Timberland’s latest corporate social responsibility data.